- Level
- 4-Year Bachelor Degree
- Duration
- 2 year Bachelor Degree including 19 weeks of pract
- Open intake
-
Off-shoreSep 2027
- Field
- Early Childhood and Primary Education
- Institution
- Public University
- Offer speed
- Superfast Offer Speed2โ3 days
- Next deadline
- 2026-09-01
Program overview
Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language at Nipissing University in North Bay, Ontario. A teacher education degree for kindergarten through grade six with a French as a second language specialisation, combining elementary teaching methodology with French language pedagogy and supervised practicum in French language classrooms.
French as a second language is one of the most persistent teacher shortage areas in Canada, and school boards across the country recruit qualified French teachers continuously. For a candidate with genuine French proficiency this is among the most employable teaching qualifications available anywhere in the country.
Degree level programmes are exempt from the field of study rules that apply to non degree credentials, so Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language needs no CIP code check. Study at this level does not carry spousal open work permit eligibility, so anyone considering Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language with a partner should plan on a single income. Every work permit decision rests with Canadian immigration authorities, and Apply Study Visa confirms the position for Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language in writing before you pay a deposit.
Applicants to Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language need 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree with at least 70 percent, together with IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.5. Tuition for Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language is recorded at CAD 21,000 a year with a CAD 150 application fee, and the programme runs September entry only. Apply Study Visa manages the Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language application, the attestation letter, the deposit and the study permit as one process.
What it costs per year ยท indicative
Living cost is an estimate; tuition is the institute's published international fee. We confirm exact, current figures before you pay anything.
Do you qualify?
These are the published minimums. Whether your profile fits โ with your marks, gap and budget โ is exactly what a free counsellor check confirms.
Admission requirements
Who can apply (guide for international students):
- Education: 3-Year Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of 70 percent.
- English (meet any one): IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 6.5; PTE Academic 63 overall with no component below 60; TOEFL iBT 93 total; Duolingo is recorded as not accepted at this institution.
- English waiver: No English proficiency exam waiver is offered for this institution.
- Application: Application fee CAD 150. A tuition deposit confirms the seat and triggers the provincial attestation letter.
- Work permit: Degree level programmes are exempt from the field of study rules that apply to non degree credentials, so Bachelor of Education - Primary/Junior - French as a Second Language needs no CIP code check.
- Study permit: Apply Study Visa supplies the designated learning institution number and completes the submission with you.
English requirements
Documents you'll need typical ยท we confirm yours
- Valid passport (6+ months validity)
- Class 10 & 12 marksheets and certificates
- English test scorecard (IELTS / PTE / TOEFL) or MOI certificate
- Statement of Purpose (SOP)
- Financial proof โ bank statement / loan sanction + GIC
- Passport-size photographs
- Study-gap affidavit or work-experience letter (if applicable)
Getting documents right is the #1 reason applications succeed or get refused โ our team checks every file before submission.
Career opportunities
Typical destinations for graduates:
- French as a Second Language Teacher: nationwide shortage area
- Core French Teacher: elementary school programmes
- French Immersion Teacher: with the relevant proficiency
- Language Programme Coordinator: school boards
- International School French Teacher: overseas markets
- Curriculum Developer: French language resources
Reality check: this route requires demonstrated French proficiency, so applicants should assess their language level honestly before applying because the specialisation is assessed on it.
About Nipissing University
- Type
- University
- Ownership
- Public
- Rating
- โ 4.7
- World rank
- #2470
- Reference No.
- O19395535971